Hi, I’m Shirleen, a creative writer, screenwriter, and copywriter based in Singapore. I’m currently completing my English degree at Nanyang Technological University and I love exploring media, arts, and storytelling in all forms. I’m adaptable, enjoy teamwork and strong communication, and I’m equally comfortable working independently to bring ideas to life. My work spans writing, illustration, and content design across freelance and corporate projects. I’m passionate about creating engaging stories and experiences that inspire others and push the boundaries of art and storytelling for the near future.…

Shirleen Lee Ruo Xuan

Hi, I’m Shirleen, a creative writer, screenwriter, and copywriter based in Singapore. I’m currently completing my English degree at Nanyang Technological University and I love exploring media, arts, and storytelling in all forms. I’m adaptable, enjoy teamwork and strong communication, and I’m equally comfortable working independently to bring ideas to life. My work spans writing, illustration, and content design across freelance and corporate projects. I’m passionate about creating engaging stories and experiences that inspire others and push the boundaries of art and storytelling for the near future.…

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Hi, I’m Shirleen, a creative writer, screenwriter, and copywriter based in Singapore. I’m currently completing my English degree at Nanyang Technological University and I love exploring media, arts, and storytelling in all forms. I’m adaptable, enjoy teamwork and strong communication, and I’m equally comfortable working independently to bring ideas to life.

My work spans writing, illustration, and content design across freelance and corporate projects. I’m passionate about creating engaging stories and experiences that inspire others and push the boundaries of art and storytelling for the near future.

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Language

English
Fluent
Chinese
Advanced
Japanese
Intermediate
Latin
Beginner

Work Experience

Executive at KR+D Pte Ltd.
May 12, 2025 - December 14, 2025
Copywriting content and concept ideation for exhibitions, heritage and museums; Pitching creative interactives such as games and experiences; Content sourcing for multimedia projects; Storyboarding videos; Creating pitching decks; Collaboration with graphics and multimedia teams to create an experience; Content curation and research for galleries, exhibitions, events and museums
Contributing Screenwriter at Freelance
April 1, 2024 - October 8, 2024
Wrote story beats and scenes for a screenplay; Connecting and improving pre-existing script; Added multiple pages of scenes to improve pace
Writer at XinRiji
September 1, 2021 - February 28, 2022
Self-published creative works website; Self-managed and self-curated; Published multiple works ranging from poetry, prose, short stories to reviews since the creation of the website
Admin cum Assistant at Water + Plants Lab Pte Ltd
December 1, 2018 - January 31, 2019
Managed paperwork and project costing.

Education

PSLE (Primary School Leaving Examination) at Tao Nan School
January 1, 2009 - December 31, 2014
GCE O Levels at East Spring Secondary School
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2018
Diploma in Animation at Ngee Ann Polytechnic
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2022
Bachelor’s Degree in English (Undergraduate) at Nanyang Technological University
January 1, 2022 - November 29, 2025

Qualifications

Edusave Good Progress Award
January 1, 2012 - December 31, 2012
MOE Singapore Edusave Scholarship
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2016
MOE Edusave Certificate of Academic Achievement
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
MOE Edusave Award for Achievement, Good Leadership and Service (EAGLES)
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Certificate of Accomplishment for Singapore Youth Festival Arts (Drama)
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Music Performance Grade 4 - Merit
January 1, 2015 - December 31, 2015
Music Performance Grade 6 - Distinction
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016
Music Performance Grade 8 - Merit
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2017
Bronze Medal - National Youth Achievement Award (NYAA)
January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Software & Internet, Other